The eSafety Commissioner (eSafety) is Australia’s independent regulator for online safety and helps Australians have safer, more positive online experiences in accordance with the Online Safety Act 2021.
eSafety’s remit includes administering regulatory schemes, mandatory industry codes, the Basic Online Safety Expectations, educational and promotional content, and programs relevant to online safety, in addition to coordinating activities of Commonwealth Departments, authorities and agencies relating to online safety for Australians.
As part of the Online Safety Act 2021, the eSafety Commissioner is an independent statutory office holder supported by the Australian Communications and Media Authority.
Further information
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Type of Body
E. Statutory office holder, offices and committees
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Established By / Under
Act / Regulation
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Established By/Under More info
Online Safety Act 2021
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Annual Report Prepared and tabled?
Yes
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Classification
B. Secondary statutory structure
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Creation Date
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Postal Address
Benjamin Offices, Chan Street
Belconnen ACT 2617
Australia
Current single executive appointments
Position | Appointee | Start Date | End Date |
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Commissioner | Ms. Julie Inman Grant | 16 January 2022 | 15 January 2027 |
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